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1. OPEN SESSION FOR PUBLIC COMMENT: The following persons
addressed the Board during the open session for public comment:
Tom Lynch and Stan Gehring. Mr. Lynch, District Director for
the 4th Congressional District, informed the Board that Mr. Gehring
contacted their office regarding mail delivery to the Mill Creek
Subdivision; he noted that when they started to pursue this possibility
with the postal service, it became evident that this was going
to be a problem because of the road level classification system
in the County. Mr. Lynch stated he contacted Commissioner Clarke
to arrange for a meeting with the Board because they don't want
to work against the County and they need to know if their office
should continue pursuing this possibility for mail delivery; he
noted that their purpose is only to have mail delivery to this
subdivision, they are not asking for reclassification of the road
maintenance. Much discussion followed; Mr. Lynch stated that
Mr. Gehring and the other homeowners in the subdivision understand
the realities of the situation and they are willing to contact
the postal service and have everyone in the Mill Creek Subdivision
fill out a waiver so the postal service can hold the mail for
an extended period of time if the roads are impassable. Commissioner
Clarke stated that this problem has arisen because of a letter
from the County describing a classified road and noting that in
times of inclement weather, there could be days, weeks, and even
a month before mail could be delivered on that road; Mr. Gehring
stated he has lived in this area for 20 years and a storm of this
magnitude hasn't occurred and he feels the problem is being overstated.
Mr. Lynch stated that they are going to try and obtain historical
information with regard to amounts of snowfall in this area, road
closures, etc., in order to have a realistic portrayal of the
situation. Mr. Smith reviewed the history of the area and noted
that back in the 1980's, when it became apparent that people were
moving into remote areas of the County and going to expect the
same services as people in town, an agreement was reached that
the County would not be responsible for winter maintenance of
these roads and he stated that the County is not in a position
to increase levels of service and they cannot expand their road
maintenance system; he noted that even if a waiver is signed,
as suggested, it will increase people's expectations for services.
Commissioner Clarke stated that he is very reluctant to encourage
the postal service to deliver mail in this area because as time
goes by, and new Commissioners are elected, someone will say,
"Here is a mail route that it is not being maintained as
a Class II road, as our policy states, and the memory of what
was discussed at this meeting will be gone, and we will be in
violation of our policy." Chair Disney suggested that
if the post office wants to sign an agreement with the citizens
in the subdivision stating that mail may possibly not be delivered
for a month if extreme weather occurs and the road is not plowed,
the County could add an addendum to their level 5 roads so there
is an institutional memory of that agreement; Mr. Smith concurred
that an addendum could be added to the policy. Mr. Gehring
requested a retraction of the last sentence in the letter from
the County, because with that statement the postal service will
not agree to mail delivery in their area; Mr. Smith stated that
the statement was included in the letter because the County has
to be absolutely honest with people and cannot mislead anyone.
Mr. Lynch acknowledged to Mr. Gehring that the County had to
write this disclaimer in order to not create a liability for themselves;
the Board indicated they will not rewrite or eliminate that statement.
Mr. Lancaster suggested to Mr. Gehring that he talk to Red
Ashby, who used to bulldoze the road, and to the current postal
driver in the area to obtain some historical data from them.
To summarize, Mr. Lynch stated that the message he has received
from the Board is that their office can proceed with trying to
get mail delivery to the Mill Creek Subdivision if it doesn't
create a negative impact or increased burden on the County.

2. PROCLAMATIONS: FAIR HOUSING MONTH AND PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK:
Mr. Thompson requested Board approval of a Proclamation
declaring April 1997 as Fair Housing Month; he noted that this
proclamation ensures that all individuals of like income, regardless
of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, family status,
handicap or disability are to have equal access and equal housing
choices available to them, free from discrimination.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
proclaim the month of April, 1997 as Fair Housing Month in Larimer
County, and authorize the Chair to sign the Proclamation.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

Mr. Thompson informed the Board that there will be a homeless
fast on April 4, 1997, which is a National event to recognize
homeless people across the country, and he invited the Commissioners
to participate, if they so desire, and to contribute the savings
from fasting to help the homeless; Mr. Thompson submitted a press
release regarding this event.

Ms. Watson requested the Board proclaim the week of April 7-13,
1997 as Public Health Week; she noted this is also an annual National
observance. Ms. Watson stated that this year in Colorado they
are celebrating 50 years since public health laws were established,
due to the efforts of Dr. Florence Rena Sabin. Ms. Watson reviewed
the improved health statistics which have occurred in Colorado
over the past 50 years.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Clarke moved that the Board of County Commissioners
proclaim the week of April 7-13, 1997 as Public Health Week in
Larimer County, and authorize the Chair to sign the Proclamation.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 24, 1997:

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the Minutes for the week of March 24, 1997, as submitted.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

4. APPROVAL OF SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 7, 1997:

M O T I O N

Commissioner Clarke moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the Schedule for the week of April 7, 1997, as submitted
and revised.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:

Commissioner Clarke requested that the resolution regarding Larimer
County's support and involvement in a regional committee to discuss
and develop options to address the issue of future water supplies
for northern Colorado be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion;
he reviewed several additions he would like included and requested
Mr. Lancaster to rewrite the resolution and bring it back to the
Board for approval next week during Administrative Matters.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the following, as listed on the Consent Agenda on Document
Review for April 1, 1997:

6. DISCUSSION OF AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY BOARD: Mr. Lancaster
reminded the Board that previously the Agriculture Task Force
sent a large packet of information to the Board, including Bylaws
and suggestions for forming the Agriculture Advisory Board, etc.
At that time, the Commissioners decided to wait before approving
the Bylaws and forming the new Board until the revised Boards
and Commission policy was adopted to make sure the two were in
sync. Mr. Lancaster stated that the purpose of today's meeting
with the Board is to discuss applications for the Ag Advisory
Board, in addition to other questions about this Board; Commissioner
Olson stated that the Commissioners have a worksession scheduled
for April 17, 1997 to discuss the questions. Mr. Wallace asked
about the new Boards and Commissioners Policy; he noted that the
new Advisory Board has been put on hold and many people are asking
why. Commissioner Clarke stated that there needs to be better
communication with Boards, Commissions, and Task Forces when delays
occur. Mr. Lancaster reviewed the changes in the Boards and
Commissions Policy and the reasons for the changes. Mr. Wallace
stated that the Ag Task Force feels there are a lot of opportunities
right now and many of the tasks they suggested are passing them
by; he asked the Board what they think the balance should be between
the existing Ag Task Force members versus new members on the Advisory
Board. This question will also be discussed during the worksession.
Chair Disney asked what department is going to staff the Ag
Advisory Board; Mr. Lancaster stated that the recommendation from
the Ag Task Force was the Planning Department. Mr. Wallace
and Mr. Seaworth both stated that they assumed it would be through
the Planning Department. Mr. Timm informed the Board that this
staffing was not included in their work plan and to include it
now, something else would have to be eliminated, and there will
be budget impacts; this question also will be discussed at the
meeting on April 17th. Mr. Lancaster asked the Board if he
should start advertising for applicants to the Ag Advisory Board;
the Board responded in the affirmative. Mr. Lancaster also asked
if the role statement in the proposed Bylaws of the Ag Advisory
Board is agreeable with Mr. Wallace and Mr. Seaworth; they concurred
with the role statement.

7. APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS INTERIM DIRECTOR:
Ms. Snell requested Board approval of the appointment of Joe
Ferrando as the new Interim Community Corrections Director; she
noted that Mr. Ferrando is currently the adult residential manager
of the Community Corrections facility. Mr. Ferrando reviewed
his background with the County; it was noted that Mr. Nittmann
is recommending Mr. Ferrando for this appointment and he reviewed
his reasons for his recommendation.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Clarke moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the appointment of Joe Ferrando as interim Director of
Community Corrections with a 5% increase in his base salary for
out-of-title pay.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

8. WORKSESSION:

-- Facilities Director Position: Mr. Lancaster discussed
the Facilities Director position and noted that Mr. Smith is
ready to start advertising for the position; he stated that authorization
from the Board is needed to start advertising for this position
and, based on market data received from by Mr. Jacobs, they will
advertise the position at a salary range of $55,000 to $64,800.
Mr. Lancaster stated that Mr. Anderson's position will be converted
to a classified position.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
authorize Mr. Lancaster to start advertising for the position
of Facilities Director at a salary range of $55,000 to $64,800,
and authorize the conversion of Mr. Anderson's position to a classified
position.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

-- Board of Health Appointment: Commissioner Clarke stated
he discussed the Board of Health appointment with Dr. Adrienne
LeBailly; he noted that three people applied for that position,
they compiled a matrix, and Dr. LeBailly is recommending the appointment
of Blair Trautwein to fill the vacancy on the Board of Health
replacing Kent Campbell, and Commissioner Clarke concurs.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Clarke moved that the Board of County Commissioners
appoint Blair Trautwein to fill the unexpired term of Kent Campbell
on the Board of Health, term to expire June 30, 1999.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

-- Legislative Update: Mr. Gluckman provided an update
on HB 97-1241 regarding pretrial release of persons charged with
a crime and he submitted a letter for the Chair to sign in opposition
to the Bill; he noted that this Bill is being heavily lobbied
by the bail bond people. Mr. Gluckman stated that HB 97-1241
would significantly raise our county jail population and increase
our fiscal impact, as the Bill restricts the number of persons
eligible for personal recognizance bonds. Questions about the
Bill and discussion ensued.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
authorize the Chair to sign the letter to the Colorado Legislature,
Larimer County Delegation in opposition to HB 97-1241.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

-- Legislative Review Pocket Guide: Mr. Gluckman requested
the Board's opinion on a Legislative Pocket Guide which they are
going to distribute to our State Legislators; he noted it will
contain policies that are in place on different issues which affect
legislation and he has added a removable sheet in the back of
the pamphlet, which will be updated on a regular basis, stating
the Commissioners position on pending legislation. The Board
said they would also like copies of this "position paper".

-- Request to Rescind Zoning Violation: John Pedas requested
direction from the Board regarding a controversial land-use zoning
violation; he noted that the owner of the property in question
has been diagnosed with a serious illness and is paying out $700
per month to park his trucks someplace other than on his property
and he has requested the Board to reverse their decision of January
23, 1995. Mr. Pedas stated he talked to Assistant County Attorney
Jeannine Haag about reversing the Board's decision and she said
"No". Mr. Pedas requested the Board to ask Mr. Lancaster
to write a letter to Mr. Steffen informing him of the Board's
decision stating that because of the restrictions within the permitted
zoning, they cannot condone a zoning violation. CONSENSUS
OF THE BOARD was to request Mr. Lancaster to write this letter
for the Chair to sign.

-- Invitations: Ms. Hart reviewed the pending invitations
with the Board and they indicated to her which events they could
attend.

9. COMMISSIONER REPORTS:

-- Commissioner Olson thanked Ms. LaRue for the maps and information
she compiled for the class on county government which Commissioner
Olson taught yesterday at Bauder Elementary School.

-- Chair Disney reported that he went with County Engineer Marc
Engemoen and Project Engineer Brian Frakken to meet with property
owner Ed Lempka to visit the site at CR 2E and 17 where the County
is doing a drainage project; he noted that now Mr. Lempka is satisfied
with the project as proposed and thinks the drainage situation
will be improved. Chair Disney noted that he met with the Weatherization
staff this morning and they appreciate that the Board is concerned
about them and the situation in weatherization. Chair Disney
also stated he met with Steve Hogan, Executive Director of the
E470 Authority, along with other elected officials, and they are
trying to find a way to fund the completion of E470 - the northwest
piece that connects with I25 - and they are looking for some representation
from northern Colorado to serve on their Board as affiliate members,
but not voting members. Chair Disney suggested to them that we
have two very functional transportation planning councils in northern
Colorado that understand many of the issues they are working on
and the two memberships should be opened to them. Mr. Hogan
thought this was a good idea and will take the suggestion back
to the Authority; if they do become affiliate members, Chair Disney
stated that the Commissioners will need to take a position regarding
how they feel about the northwest piece of E470.

At this time Daniel Muffly, Assistant County Attorney, and Senior
Planner Rob Helmick joined the meeting for Legal Matters.

10. LEGAL MATTERS:

-- Request for Approval of Resolution Regarding Single Family
Mortgage Revenue Bonds: Mr. Muffly requested Board approval
of a resolution authorizing certain transactions relating to the
County's Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds, 1983 Series A;
he noted that the bonds are being restructured to be sold to Newman
Mortgage Acceptance Corporation and the resolution authorizes
the sale of the bonds; it was noted that no County money is involved.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the resolution authorizing certain transactions relating
to the County's Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds, 1983 Series
A; approving and authorizing execution of a Mortgage Purchase
Agreement; a Non-Defeasance Escrow Agreement and a first supplemental
trust indenture and authorizing incidental action, and authorize
the Chair to sign same.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

R97-30g RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS

RELATING TO THE COUNTY'S SINGLE FAMILY MORTGAGE

REVENUE BONDS, SERIES A; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING

EXECUTION OF A MORTGAGE PURCHASE AGREEMENT;

A NON-FEASANCE ESCROW AGREEMENT AND A FIRST

SUPPLEMENTAL TRUST INDENTURE AND AUTHORIZING

INCIDENTAL ACTION

-- Request for Approval of Agreement to Supplement Terms and
Conditions of Special Review Approval: Mr. Helmick informed
the Board that a successfully negotiated agreement has been reached
which clarifies the status and disposition of the Ingleside Quarry,
which was originally approved in 1980; he noted that this agreement
gives an additional 10 years to complete the mining on this property
and gives the ability to go in and reverse the special use review
if the conditions are not met.

M O T I O N

Commissioner Clarke moved that the Board of County Commissioners
approve the Agreement between the Board and Russell C. and Delores
J. Barger, concerning the operation of the Ingleside Quarry.

Motion carried 3 - 0.

A97-50 AGREEMENT TO SUPPLEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF

SPECIAL REVIEW APPROVAL BETWEEN THE BOARD OF

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND RUSSELL C. AND DELORES

J. BARGER (Operation of Ingleside Quarry)

M O T I O N

Commissioner Olson moved that the Board of County Commissioners
go into Executive Session at 11:00 a.m. to discuss contract negotiations.